Crimson Clover Seeds
LATIN NAME
Trifolium incarnatum
SEASON
Annual
BLOOM COLOR
Crimson
WHEN TO PLANT
Spring to late summer
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Easy to establish, weed supression
MOISTURE REQUIREMENTS
Moderate
ACIDIC SOIL TOLERANCE
Moderate
COLD TOLERANCE
Good
HEAT TOLERANCE
Good
SHADE TOLERANCE
Good
FERTILITY NEEDS
Low
MATURE HEIGHT
12 - 18 inches
About...
Crimson Clover Dixie (Trifolium Incarnatum) - A winter annual, crimson clover is grown from bulk clover seeds from the Gulf Coast region to Southern Ohio clear to the West Coast. It is tolerant of medium soil acidity and will grow readily on both sandy and clay type soils. It is an important winter annual forage in the south, with growth continuing through the winter with the amount influenced by temperature.
Trustpilot Reviews
Online ordering was easy, everything sprouted
Online ordering was easy. My crimson clover seeds arrived promptly. Everything germinated, and I look forward to a lovely winter cover crop.
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Fast delivery!! We got the clover seeds in before the California rain storms last week and now the Crimson clover is starting to germinate. Hairy Vech and all the other clovers made it in just in time. I always have positive things to say about Outside Pride.
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Easy to use site, package came right away. I was able to plant seeds the same day and the crimson clover is already sprouting well!
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Deliverey was promt great seeds everything sprouted , love the work they do. Definitely ordering more crimson clover.
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The seeds arrived on time and after planting crimson clover its already coming even without a lot of tilling.
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I love this company!!!! I always get red crimson clover seeds from them. It never disappoints!!! Product support is concise and in a manner understandable to even me at an age when I can get easily confused. The seeds sprouted within 3 days, and have now made a dense mat. Will be beautiful next spring.
Read more on TrustpilotMy 4th seed order from Outsidepride
My 4th seed order from Outsidepride, my first with Crimson Clover. All seeds germinate within 2-3 days, satisfyingly so, the crimson clover no different. An amateur to regenerative gardening, this is my first foray with cover cropping - Outsidepride providing initial positives in the experiment, and hopefully beneficial results when time.
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We’ve purchased many times over the years from outside pride. Had great results. Have purchased crimson clover seed, red corn poppy seed, purple coneflower seed, cosmos seed, chicory seed, sunflowers seed, and hairy vetch seed. Hope these grow just a well as all the rest.
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I’ve purchased many types of clovers and crop covers and have had successful outcomes. I’ve used hairy vetch in my sweet corn bed and had a bumper crop this year. The crimson clover is beautiful and beneficial for good soil health. I am a loyal customer. I’m planting lawn clover to help with drought conditions in the summer.
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Planting Directions
SOWING TEMPERATURE
50F+
SEEDING RATE
20 - 30 lbs per acre
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 14 days
PLANTING DEPTH
1/4 - 1/2 inch
SOWING METHOD
Broadcast or drill
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
USDA ZONES
3 - 9
ESTABLISHMENT RATE
Fast
Inoculated Seed - We now offer crimson clover seed that has been coated with an inoculant for better establishment. Rhizobium strains are specifically chosen for each seed type. A key to any successful establishment and early seed development is moisture. This coating with inoculant is naturally water absorbent and helps attract soil moisture to the seed, getting your stand established quickly. This coating process which Outsidepride utilizes, assures that only the top-performing and crop-specific rhizobia will be applied to ensure your clovers reach maximum nodulation, stand establishment, and yield potential. The weight of the clover seeds will contain approximately 50% coating material that contains the inoculant and water holding material for better establishment and viability of the seed. There is no difference in the seeding rates between the coated and raw seed due to the increased germination and viability of the bulk clover seeds that are coated and inoculated.
Common Questions
Can Crimson Clover Improve The Soil?
The seeds are perfect for enriching soil and creating lush ground cover. It is tolerant of medium soil acidity and will grow readily on both sandy and clay type soils. Perfect for a cover crop or garden beds. It is inoculated and fixates nitrogen.
Does Crimson Clover Attract Pollinators?
Increase pollinator activity in your garden with our Crimson Clover Seed. Producing vibrant red flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators. This can lead to better fruit, vegetable, and other crop yields.
Is Crimson Clover Used as a Cover Crop?
Crimson clover help to retain the soil, lessen erosion and decrease the impact of precipitation on the garden by slowing the runoff of water. It also reduces mineral leaching and compaction & suppresses unwanted weed growth.
Is Crimson Clover Used For Forage?
It thrives in mixture with grasses, provides excellent winter grazing, and makes good hay. It has high nutritive value when harvested for forage in the pre-bloom stage. It offers a high protein supply which provides wildlife with needed nutrients.
What Is The Seeding Rate & Planting Time?
Seed at 1/2 - 3/4 pound per 1,000 SF or 20 to 30 lbs per acre. Plant at a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in Spring or late Summer.
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